Disciples News Service February 22, 2023 ~ DR. VITUS BLOG

February 22, 2023

The Office of General Minister and President is excited to announce they are launching a search for the next Vice President and Chief of Staff. The OGMP seeks someone with deep insight, experience, and knowledge of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), impeccable managerial and interpersonal skills, and a passion and incredible skill for the administrative side of managing a non-profit, religious organization.

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As we learn from stories in scripture, we can learn from stories of how God is moving in our lives today. On International Women's Day, join New Church Ministry to hear from two female ministers, change-makers, and leaders in our denomination who have faced adversity and defeat, but were guided by God’s hard and holy calls to lead with empowerment and liberation.

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The application for NBA's Spring 2023 Mission & Ministry Grants is now open! See if your ministry or organization qualifies and apply at NBACares.org/Grants. Applications will be accepted through March 28.

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The Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) and the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA) concluded a productive meeting on January 26-28, 2023, at the Disciples Ministry Center in Fullerton, California, to continue their ongoing bilateral dialogue.

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The General Assembly is excited to announce it has selected five resident artists to create interactive installations inspired by the General Assembly theme Kindom of God Within Us, Among Us. The resident artists will lead participants in creative encounters of our theme through a variety of media. Meet the artist and learn more about this opportunity.

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The Week of Compassion Special Offering is received in most congregations February 19 & 26. Find resources for children, youth, and intergenerational learning activities at the Special Offering Resource Page.

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Save the Date for the 2023 General Assembly “The Kindom of God Within Us, Among Us” on July 29 – August 1 in Louisville, Kentucky. Get all the materials you need from videos, to social media posts to share this event with your ministry.

Looking for a sermon series for visioning and identity? Check out the Imagine a World with More customizable videos and preaching resources.

General Minister and President Rev. Terri Hord Owens creates a weekly video, from reflection on faith to interviews with leaders across the church, view the whole playlist.

Learn more about the church while exploring what it means to be in covenant with the Covenant Curriculum resource for small groups and Sunday school classes.

Transgender + Expansive worship materials

Get help with building and capital services with Disciples Church Extension Fund

Poor Peoples' Campaign: A National Call for Moral Revival updates

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The Office of General Minister and President is excited to announce they are launching a search for the next Vice President and Chief of Staff.

Disciples Seminary Foundation (DSF) is seeking an Executive Director who brings the gifts and skills to lead and manage the work of a non-profit foundation

The National Benevolent Association is seeking a full-time Young Adult Leadership Development (YALD) Program Director.

Higher Education and Leadership Ministries launches the search for the next President who will work with HELM’s board and higher education constituents.